Thomas R. Bernik
Englewood Hospital and Medical Center | USA
Title: Current trends in the vascular management of critical limb ischemia
Biography
Biography: Thomas R. Bernik
Abstract
Critical limb ischemia comprised of rest pain and tissue loss is a well-known public health issue. The incidence is higher in smokers, diabetics and the elderly. Although there is no clear consensus or randomized trials that support minimal invasive intervention over open surgery, there has been a general trend toward an endovascular first philosophy. The aim of this presentation is to describe current vascular management and supportive data for the treatment of patients with critical limb threatening ischemia. The multiple and various endovascular techniques and approaches will be described as well as case presentations